Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V has been produced from January, 2003 to August, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 147 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 203 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 240 up to 400 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Opel Zafira 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Zafira fuel consumption.

Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Zafira 2.2i-16V | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2003. January ... 2005. August | ||
Engine: | 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 204 g/km |
Power: | 147 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 203 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 (combined) 11.8 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres (15.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.32m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.63m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 150 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 7 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 150 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1700 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2020 kg |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V engine Z22SE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2198 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.8 litres (7.2 quarts) |
Power | 147 HP ON 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Vectra |
All Opel Zafira minivan [2003 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Zafira 2003 1.6i-16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Zafira 2003 OPC Turbo 2.0
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.0 DTi-16V
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 101 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.0 DTi-16V | 2.0 Diesel | 101 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2 DTi-16V
Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP) |
2.2 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |